by John Brennan, NJ Online Gambling
Both eSports and sports betting are growing exponentially all over the U.S. — but so far, mostly on parallel tracks.
A New Jersey assemblyman aims to change that with a bill he recently introduced to place eSports on a level playing field with more traditional sports betting.
“It’s clearly the next big thing, and if New Jersey gets in on it early, it can really bring in some revenue,” Democrat Ralph Caputo told NJ Online Gambling Tuesday.
“Throughout the country and the world, video game enthusiasts are flocking to see expert players compete in all kinds of digital games,” Caputo added. “Whether they follow along online or in person, hundreds of millions of people watch eSports each year, and that number is only growing.
“With online sports betting now legal in our state and a rapidly expanding eSports industry already in existence, the time is right for New Jersey to expand legal wagering beyond traditional sports.”
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